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 Posted: Fri May 18, 2007 3:28 am
Over eleven thousand years ago there existed an island located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean populated by a noble and powerful race. The people of this land possessed great wealth thanks to the natural resources found through out their land. The island was a centre for trade and commerce. The rulers of this island held sway over the people and land of their own island.
The Archipelago of islands in the Atlantic Islands was known as one of the most advanced cultures the ancient world had known. The small islands to the west were renowned for their ability to harvest the best produce. The small islands to the east are excellent farmers who produce the agriculture for Atlantis. In the centre of these small islands is Atlantis.
This Island contains most of the population of Atlantis, giving each family a spacious home with a small garden and area for each to grow their own crops. The living quarters are located on the west of the city, where the aqueducts are located. To the east of the Island are the archery range, the stables and the combat quarters. This is where every child at 16 must attend for two years, learning how to protect themselves and their families. The the centre of the city is a great fountain that is believed to have healing properties that speed up the healing process. Near here is the markets and trade centres, market day being every Wednesday and Saturday. Behind here is the temple dedicated to Poseidon. This area is also where the council of elders met with the ruler of Atlantis to create and enforce the law. It is also where the war council meets when Atlantis is in times of war. Throughout Atlantis there are natural springs and fountains, as well as hidden caves filled with riches of natural gemstones, one of the founding basis to their economy.
Surrounding Atlantis are high walls, strong with positions for tactical defences against attacks. Underneath the Islands of Atlantis are water currents and caves which are used by the water runners to move quickly between islands. In times of danger the citizens of Atlantis use these currents to move to hidden caves where they can live for many months before needed food and supplies.
The Capital is ruled by a King, the Great Dawn III. He has ruler for twenty five years now, bringing great wealth to Atlantis. Unfortunately he has grown greedy in his older age and is deeply distrusted by most of Atlantis, creating many enemies with other civilisations, especially the Romans and a new culture, the Voldon.
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Posted: Mon May 21, 2007 4:39 am
The Atlantic Army is made up of five classes.
Archers- They use bows (Obviously) and are usually very quick and agile. In close quarters they have small dangers hidden that can been thrown as well used to stop daggers.
Horsemen They use both bows and long swords, making them very versatile. While they can run down many enemies they are more likely to be crushed by their own horse if shot.
swordsman This is the most common class, using both short and long swords. Their main weakness is that they can get to archers and find themselves hard pressed when against the long swords of a horse man.
Priests There is only a select few who are included in the Priesthood of Poseidon. They are those that from birth can control to some degree water. They also use a wooden staff. The High priest is considered to have the most control over water and can sometimes have visions.
Water walkers These people can walk under water and use the water currents to pass between islands. The also have some control over water and usually go out to the war ships of enemies and sink them from under the water before they can land.
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Posted: Mon May 21, 2007 4:40 am
Important Characters That I will use when necessary
Dawn- Dawn has become greedy in his older age, now 39. He has a blessed staff passed down to each ruler while is said to contain the ability to unleash a powerful monster. But the scripts say that this creature is not under the control of Atlantis and should only be used as a last resort as it will probably destroy Atlantis.
Kay- Kay is a blind beggar who lives near the temple. While it is not widely known, he apparently has the ability to see the future, but its completely random.
Quan- One of the more influential members of the council of Elders, but the youngest, only 25.
Tri- A member of the War council. His family was killed by the first surprise attack from the Voldon.
Samuel- Samuel is the High Priest and is widely liked by the citizens. Rather than preaching about the sins of Atlantis he tries to make everyone well fed and clothed.
(This list will be added to as the RP goes on)
Enemies
The Romans- Very vicious, will add to later....
The Voldon- Not much is known on this culture, but they seem to be a very powerful nation.
Both civilisations commonly attack Atlantis with raids but have suddenly started plans for a whole scale attack on Atlantis.
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Posted: Mon May 21, 2007 4:43 am
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[b]History:[/b] Just post your profile, I would prefer descriptions, not pictures. profilesGaian name:Ice wizard Name:Soul age:18 Appearance: Soul is short but has a strong tanned body from his constant travels between Islands. He has blonde hair and bright green eyes, a usual trait for Water Walkers. On his left arm is black ink, covering most of his arm and hand. This was part of his innitiation, apparently it is a spell that protects Water Walkers. There is also two small designs beneath his eyes, also identifying his abilities. Personality: Soul is quiet and collected, his face a mask, never showing any real emotions. While he seems to be cold and uncaring in truth he is the very opposite, but only his closest friends know his true personality. Class:Water Walker History: Soul was one of four children, living in one of the poorer houses. His family were incredibly happy when they found out he had the abilities of a Water Walker. His family were given more wealth and Soul was forced to leave his family at 10. After his training he went through the Water Walkers innitiation, a secret rite of passage no one else knows about. Soul is good friends with Lucas, both of them finding themselves on many sabotage missions against the Roman and Voldon vessels. Gaian name:Ice Wizard Name:Lucas age:19 Appearance: Long brown hair covers his blue eyes. Lucas is just a bit taller than Soul, agile and very flexible. Hidden under his clothing is atleast five daggers, making him a dangerous person. Personality: Desipite being friends with Soul, Lucas is almost the exact opposite of him. He is friendly and kind, usually seen helping those less fortunate with food and money. His is quite loud and annoying sometimes, but is always there to help a friend. In his spare time he does circus acts, earning extra money. Class:Archer History: Lucas was born into a poor family as well. At the age of six he mastered the art of thievery, stealing to feed his sick mother and father. At 10 his family died, from a mysterious disease that plagued Atlantis for many years before that. He entered into the military, giving him wealth and power. At 17 he was one of the best archers and started to perform at the markets, earning a little extra coinage. Gaian name: Phe Phe
Name: Phoenari
Age: 23
Appearance: With a tanned body of medium height and lean build, Phoenari has a plain yet not unhandsome face which causes him to blend in with a crowd. His luminous green eyes and blonde hair are the only features that cause him to be noticed by others, if at all.
Personality: Quiet and suspicious, Phoenari constantly watches those around him in fear for himself and Quan. In such trying times, Phoenari's paranoia causes him to believe others are plotting revolutions and revolts against his cousin or the Council of Elders.
Class: Swordsman
History: Closely related to Quan of the Council of Elders, Phoenari was sent to live on the Atlantis island with Quan's family at the age of five, as his parents hoped to improve his social standing in life. Phoenari discovered his water walking abilities shortly thereafter, whilst playing with Quan, and the two kept this gift a secret so Phoenari wouldn't be forced away from his new family. Now an adult, Phoenari serves Councillor Quan as his aide and bodyguard.Gaian name: Dema Name: (checks music list) Melissa Allman Appearance: Brown hair and slanted almond eyes. Tan and in shape due to her years in training. Personality: Melissa can best be described as a smoldering tempest. Although she presents a stoic and professional exterior, her constant defiance of the King bely this impression. Class: Horseman History: Melissa comes from a long line of diplomats and spent most of her childhood abroad, until she was forced into combat duty at 16. As war became more and more likely, Melissa was then drafted into army as a test of her family's loyalty. Unfortunately, her constant attempts to go AWOL have strained this relationship. Gaian name: Padrona-dei-Polli Name: Aurelia Dawn Age: 19 Appearance: Aurelia was aptly named for her long, wavy golden locks that fall just past her hips. She has large, light green eyes, and a very faint smattering of freckles across her nose. At almost 6 feet tall, she is taller than many Atlanteans, who usually average about 5'8", although she has the slender body type idiosyncratic to the Atlanteans. She, as the heir to the throne, generally wears white as a symbol of sexual purity. Personality: As an only child, Aurelia grew up relatively spoilt. However, she soon learnt how to manage herself in public, and was always more mature than the other children around her- when her parents were around, anyway. Aurelia is very mischievous and fun-loving, but cares deeply for her country and doesn't like the changes her father has made in his greed. Class: Heir to the throne History: Aurelia was born just after her mother turned 16, and therefore has always felt very close to her. However, a couple of years ago her mother fell in a riding accident, and is now as effective as a vegetable. Aurelia grew up like most normal children did until the age of ten, when her father began to teach her what she needed to know how to run a country. She was taught how to use a sword, and also, the glaive. She lost her virginity to a kitchen boy when she was 15 [not that her father or anyone important knows, she is meant to be pure when she marries], and when she was 16, her father suddenly stopped teaching her the politics of the kingdom. So she took it upon herself to learn, and often frequented the hidden passages of the castle to listen in on her father's meetings. She knows her father is corrupt, but doesn't know what to do to fix it. Gaian name:SumBoDi
Name:Korai
age:16
Appearance: Korai is fairly tall and has snowy white hair. He has blue eyes two marks on each side of his lower jaw. His skin is much paler than other Atlanteans and he wears a golden armlet on his left arm. The armlet was the only thing that he has left of his forgotten past. Also, strange inscriptions on the armlet randomly glow an icy blue, and give Korai powerful freezing abilities.
Personality: He is quiet, and he also likes to keep things to himself. He doesn't really care about anyone, but at the same time he has a sense of humour. When you think you have him figured out, he does something completely unexpected. very confusing.
Class: Swordsman.
History: Korai does not remember his family. All he remembers is getting washed up on the beach and being found by an old man, who turned out to be a powerful priest who foresaw his arrival. The Priest lived on a small island northwest of the mainland. He took care of Korai, teaching him many things. The two lived together for 4 years, until the priest told Korai that he was a grown man, and that he should leave the island and go to the mainland.Gaian name: teddypg Name: Beau age: 18 Appearance: Beau has short spiky hair but no one can see it with a hood over his head. he has a long jacket, Beau has a dragon tatoo on his arm from when he was young. He keeps his bow on his back and his arrows on his right leg. Personality: Beau is a quiet person but if he needs to say something he doesnt waste a moment. He normally frightens people by coming up to them without them knowing. Class: Archer History: When Beau was 6 his parents started knowing that Beau was gifted that he had a talent at archery. His parents sent him off to the archery training school at estwilde. Beau was the top student at the school thats why everybody picked on him. When Beau left the school he went back home and helped his family on their farm.
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Posted: Tue May 22, 2007 12:41 am
((Posting profile so I don't need to later. Please let me know if you approve of the water thing or not...))
Gaian name: Phe Phe
Name: Phoenari
Age: 23
Appearance: With a tanned body of medium height and lean build, Phoenari has a plain yet not unhandsome face which causes him to blend in with a crowd. His luminous green eyes and blonde hair are the only features that cause him to be noticed by others, if at all.
Personality: Quiet and suspicious, Phoenari constantly watches those around him in fear for himself and Quan. In such trying times, Phoenari's paranoia causes him to believe others are plotting revolutions and revolts against his cousin or the Council of Elders.
Class: Swordsman
History: Closely related to Quan of the Council of Elders, Phoenari was sent to live on the Atlantis island with Quan's family at the age of five, as his parents hoped to improve his social standing in life. Phoenari discovered his water walking abilities shortly thereafter, whilst playing with Quan, and the two kept this gift a secret so Phoenari wouldn't be forced away from his new family. Now an adult, Phoenari serves Councillor Quan as his aide and bodyguard.
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Posted: Tue May 22, 2007 12:45 am
Gaian name: Dema
Name: (checks music list) Melissa Allman
Appearance: Brown hair and slanted almond eyes. Tan and in shape due to her years in training.
Personality: Melissa can best be described as a smoldering tempest. Although she presents a stoic and professional exterior, her constant defiance of the King bely this impression.
Class: Horseman
History: Melissa comes from a long line of diplomats and spent most of her childhood abroad, until she was forced into combat duty at 16. As war became more and more likely, Melissa was then drafted into army as a test of her family's loyalty. Unfortunately, her constant attempts to go AWOL have strained this relationship.
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Posted: Wed May 23, 2007 2:43 am
Gaian name: Padrona-dei-Polli
Name: Aurelia Dawn
Age: 19
Appearance: Aurelia was aptly named for her long, wavy golden locks that fall just past her hips. She has large, light green eyes, and a very faint smattering of freckles across her nose. At almost 6 feet tall, she is taller than many Atlanteans, who usually average about 5'8", although she has the slender body type idiosyncratic to the Atlanteans. She, as the heir to the throne, generally wears white as a symbol of sexual purity.
Personality: As an only child, Aurelia grew up relatively spoilt. However, she soon learnt how to manage herself in public, and was always more mature than the other children around her- when her parents were around, anyway. Aurelia is very mischievous and fun-loving, but cares deeply for her country and doesn't like the changes her father has made in his greed.
Class: Heir to the throne
History: Aurelia was born just after her mother turned 16, and therefore has always felt very close to her. However, a couple of years ago her mother fell in a riding accident, and is now as effective as a vegetable.
Aurelia grew up like most normal children did until the age of ten, when her father began to teach her what she needed to know how to run a country. She was taught how to use a sword, and also, the glaive.
She lost her virginity to a kitchen boy when she was 15 [not that her father or anyone important knows, she is meant to be pure when she marries], and when she was 16, her father suddenly stopped teaching her the politics of the kingdom. So she took it upon herself to learn, and often frequented the hidden passages of the castle to listen in on her father's meetings. She knows her father is corrupt, but doesn't know what to do to fix it.
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Posted: Wed May 23, 2007 2:49 am
((All Accepted, will wait a bit longer to see if anyone else will join blaugh ))
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Posted: Fri May 25, 2007 12:05 am
Gaian name:SumBoDi
Name:Korai
age:16
Appearance: Korai is fairly tall and has snowy white hair. He has blue eyes two marks on each side of his lower jaw. His skin is much paler than other Atlanteans and he wears a golden armlet on his left arm. The armlet was the only thing that he has left of his forgotten past. Also, strange inscriptions on the armlet randomly glow an icy blue, and give Korai powerful freezing abilities.
Personality: He is quiet, and he also likes to keep things to himself. He doesn't really care about anyone, but at the same time he has a sense of humour. When you think you have him figured out, he does something completely unexpected. very confusing.
Class: Swordsman.
History: Korai does not remember his family. All he remembers is getting washed up on the beach and being found by an old man, who turned out to be a powerful priest who foresaw his arrival. The Priest lived on a small island northwest of the mainland. He took care of Korai, teaching him many things. The two lived together for 4 years, until the priest told Korai that he was a grown man, and that he should leave the island and go to the mainland.
(Is freezing ok? If not, I don't mind)
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Posted: Sun May 27, 2007 11:04 pm
((Accepted, just make the freezing random, otherwise thats cool. Might as well start, people can still join))
Soul's body seemed to fly effortlessly through the clear blue water as the sun started to rise. He had just been to the southern islands, making his way pass the city Daigot. There had been reports that an enemy fleet was passing through there waters, not far from Daigot. He had been sent by the water walkers guild to check it out. While he haddn't found any vessals, there were some Atlantian farmers who could have sworn they had seen war ships go pass.
Grinning to himself Soul heading deeper into the water as he approached Atlantis. Undernearth the island were many intricate water currents that took you to differnet parts of the island. It was widely believed that the currents were created by a combination of the hot spots under the island and a lost magic powerful enough to create something like this and keep it running, even after the casters were dead. Taking the water tube closest to him, Soul was suddenly being protelled through the tube by warm water. His body was suddenly jerked up, coming up to the surface.
Lucas grinned to himself, it was about time. His hand went fishing in the water until he caught ahold of Soul's arm, jerking him out of the water. "About time, Dawn sent me to come and get you. Except he expected you here ten hours ago. Do you know how boring it is looking at these cave walls. Anyway, the council is meeting in ten minutes, you better get dry and change into the proper atire, you know how he is, the stupid fool," Lucas replied, slightly bitter as he threw some clothes at Soul.
Soul just grinned as the ink markings on his body suddenly glowed a dark blue. All the water on his body and clothing dissapeared, leaving Soul completely dry. Placing the council robes over his swimming tunic he grinned at Lucas. "You know he's getting senial in his old age. The only reason anyone on the council puts up with him is because he holds the ruler's staff. If he wasn't fit to rule then it would refuse him to touch it. Until Posiedon deems him unworthy we have to put up with him as our King."
"I know, and each day more and more people become poorer, as he becomes richer. Do you know he has put a tax on every item sold at the market, the price for fruit is twice as expensive now. The shop owners are just as outraged. Some have even go to just giving away their produce if it doesn't sell that day to the homeless.Anyway, you better hurry up. I've got to go and perform, I'm almost moneyless and need some food for my extended family," Lucas said, heading for the caves exit. wandering out he headed down the mountain, towards the market stalls.
Soul turned left, walking to the other side of the city, towards the temple.
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Posted: Sun May 27, 2007 11:57 pm
[[I wanted to make Aurelia older, but with the King only being 39, was kind of impossible... crying ]]
Aurelia paced the secret passages that were webbed throughout the entire castle, this one allowing her to overhear the council meetings. She was furious at her father's new tax, and would have told him so- if she had been permitted to see him in the last few moons. She hadn't spoken with her father for three full moons now, and desperately wished to convey her intense displeasure at his stupidity. She needed to talk some sense into him soon, but that would be nigh impossible if she couldn't find a way to talk to him soon.
She growled with frustration and stretched her neck, gathering her long hair in her hands and pulling it gently away from the nape of her neck, allowing her some relief. Her hair was heavy, particularly when left down, but she did enjoy it so, and therefore put up with the weight. Her light green eyes surveyed the small passage she was in, marvelling once again at the foresight her ancestors had possessed.
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Posted: Mon May 28, 2007 12:20 am
Gaian name: teddypg
Name: Beau
age: 18
Appearance: Beau has short spiky hair but no one can see it with a hood over his head. he has a long jacket, Beau has a dragon tatoo on his arm from when he was young. He keeps his bow on his back and his arrows on his right leg.
Personality: Beau is a quiet person but if he needs to say something he doesnt waste a moment. He normally frightens people by coming up to them without them knowing.
Class: Archer
History: When Beau was 6 his parents started knowing that Beau was gifted that he had a talent at archery. His parents sent him off to the archery training school at estwilde. Beau was the top student at the school thats why everybody picked on him. When Beau left the school he went back home and helped his family on their farm.
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Posted: Mon May 28, 2007 2:28 am
Four guardmen dragged an unruffled woman into the barracks, eyeing her warily, hands on their weapons. The captain glanced up from his desk, then groaned. "Again?" he asked, digging the palms of his hands into his temples. "How'd she do it this time?"
"We're still not sure sir," one of the men said, his hand still close to his halbred, "but she was found in the middle of the ocean, paddling a little makeshift raft and beating off sharks with an oar."
"You tried to row to another island?" the captain said to the bound woman with a mixture of delight and astonishment, "that's insane, even by your standards."
"Couldn't very well go by boat," the female soldier replied, "not with every other man at the docks on your payroll."
The captain shook his head, the tiniest hint of a smile at the edge of his mouth. "I suppose not," he said, "but still, not as crazy as your flying scheme."
"A few more seagulls and I would be mainland sir," she said, looking out the window.
"No doubt," the captain said, his voice getting more solemn, "but Melissa, desertion is a serious offense. If not for these... indiscretions, you could very well have my job. Or better."
"So that I could better serve the King?" Melissa returned, still staring steadfastly out the window.
The captain smiled again, but this time with less humor. "So that you could better serve the Kingdom," he said gently, "and its citizens. War is coming Melissa. We need all the men we can get."
"You have plenty of them," she said, "you don't need me to die along with them."
"But suppose everyone felt that way," he persuaded, "then what?"
"Then I'd be a fool to feel any other way, wouldn't I?" she said, snapping her attention from the window to him with sharp eyes.
The captain sighed, getting up and studying her for a moment. "Take her to the disciplinary yard," he said with considerably less warmth, "make sure she stays there until she's too tired to try running again."
The soldiers started to pull her, but Melissa shrugged them off, walking ahead of them with her head held high.
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Posted: Mon May 28, 2007 3:41 am
Dawn looked up at Soul, "Your report is useless. I will not mobilise the army on a so say of a bunch of peasants. You are a fool to bring me such rubbish, I expected more from you Soul."
"You are a greater fool than anyone thinks! While you prosper, many other citizens get poorer. Why don't you do one decent act and protect them with the money you are leeching from them."
"I am taking that money from the growing wealth of the outer island citizens. They are gathering too much wealth!"
"Actually they aren't. They have already suffered from tsunami's on the east and western coasts. They are rebuilding buildings and planting crops. If they don't get a good harvest then many of them will die."
"That is enough Soul, the army will be mobilised. a few other water walkers have returned and given the same information. Dawn, the council has spoken," Quan said, rising from his seat. "Phoenari would to go the each of the training grounds and order them the mobilise. Also get that woman, Melissa to come here, we might need her."
Dawn glared at the council members before leaving, he hated it when he was out voted, why should they even have a council, Poseidon gave the power to rule to him, not Quan. Storming out he headed to the throne room, somewhere he could feel powerful!
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